Christopher Reid
Corunna
Summary
With 34 years of experience in design, repair and fabrication of jigs, fixtures, tools, and dies for the RV, marine, and transportation industry, I offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise for every project. Throughout my career, I have honed analytical and technical skills while operating various tool room equipment and ensuring top-notch machining quality. Strong communication and organizational abilities allow effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. Proficient in CAD software, capable of creating precise designs and blueprints for reliable tools. Expertise in precision machining and fabrication techniques ensures consistent delivery of high-quality products. Keen eye for detail and knack for troubleshooting machinery contribute to maintaining optimal production quality.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool & Die Maker
Lippert Components
01.1990 - Current
- Design and machine aluminum extrusion cutting/piercing dies and bending tooling
- Design fixtures/jigs for enhanced production
- Tool and Die repair, machinery maintenance
- Perform tool design, build prototypes
- Design, produce, and repair tooling for parts fabrication
- Operate drill presses, milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, presses, shears, brakes and band saws
- Machine repair, including pneumatics, hydraulics, 3 phase electrical
- Mig and Tig welding on aluminum, stainless steel, mild steels, tool steels
- Perform preventive maintenance on machinery, fixtures, and tooling/dies
- Received training in ISO 9002, calibrate all measuring devices
- Work directly with Engineering department with problem solving
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance and repairs on die sets and equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and proper equipment handling procedures.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts.
- Enhanced production efficiency by designing and fabricating custom tooling for manufacturing processes.
Maintenance
Flight 1 Inc.
01.1988 - 01.1989
- Entry level job that consisted of building and grounds maintenance, refueling and dispatching aircraft
Education
H.S. Diploma - Machine Shop, Auto Mechanics, Drafting, Vocational CO-OP
Corunna High School
Corunna, MI01.1989
Skills
- Skilled in Precision Machining
- Equipment Maintenance
- Safety Protocols
- Precision Surface Grinding
- Tool maintenance
- Fixture design
- CNC programming
- Pneumatic systems
- Heat treatment
- Computer skills
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical
- Measurement tools
- Blueprint reading
- Quality inspection
- CNC machine operation
- Tooling design
- CAD software
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Machine setup
- Mechanical aptitude
- Schematic reading
- Process improvement
- Machinery troubleshooting
- Milling machine operation
- Lathe operation
Accomplishments
- Work well as a team member or independently.
- Met or exceeded all performance goals to date.
- Resourceful, energetic, competent, multi-task and results-oriented.
Timeline
Tool & Die Maker
Lippert Components
01.1990 - Current
Maintenance
Flight 1 Inc.
01.1988 - 01.1989
H.S. Diploma - Machine Shop, Auto Mechanics, Drafting, Vocational CO-OP
Corunna High School
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